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Science, Health and Environment Fair 2023

Our Science, Health and Environment Fair is fast approaching and this year it’s bigger than ever with over 30 organisations. The fair will take place on Tuesday 31st January in 3Sixty, 12:30-14:00 (12:00 for quiet time). The University of Reading’s Science, Health and Environment Fair is designed to enable students from science and life sciences …

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My internship with The Conservation Volunteers

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The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) is a community volunteering charity that help improve and promote local woodlands. Last year, I had the pleasure of doing an internship with TCV in which I helped on a woodland improvement project for Lousehill Copse in Tilehurst. My official role was Woodland Heritage Project Officer. As a second-year geography student …

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Becoming a Physicians Associate: by Mark Laffan, Physicians Associate at RBH

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We interviewed Mark Laffan, Physician Associate at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, here’s what he had to say… What does a Physician Associate do? Physician Associates are medically trained to recognise, diagnose, and manage the most common and life-threatening conditions. PAs achieve this by working within the medical team, taking histories, and performing clinical examinations. These …

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Health and disability: applying and interviewing for work with confidence

Do you have a disability and wonder if your disability will affect your chances of successfully applying for work experience or graduate opportunities? Do you have a disability and wonder if it is covered by the Equality Act? Gain confidence with how to talk to employers about your disability and the support you require for …

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Health and disability: applying for work with confidence

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                Do you have a disability and wonder if your disability will affect your chances of successfully applying for work experience or graduate opportunities? Do you have a disability and wonder if it is covered by the Equality Act? Gain confidence with how to talk to employers about …

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